Discover the simplicity of converting oz to s.ap with Newtum's Ounce to Scruple-apothecary Converter. This tool offers quick and accurate results, sparking your curiosity to explore more.
An ounce, represented as 'oz', is a unit of weight used in the United States customary and British imperial systems. Historically, the ounce's definition varied, but it has since been standardized to exactly 28.3495231 grams. It is widely used in various contexts, including grocery items, postal services, and precious metals.
Definition of Scruple-apothecaryA scruple-apothecary, symbolized as 's.ap', is a small unit of mass that was part of the historical apothecaries' system, used by physicians and apothecaries for medical prescriptions. Traditionally, a scruple is equivalent to 20 grains or 1/24 of an apothecary's ounce, which amounts to approximately 1.2959782 grams in modern units.
| Ounce (oz) | Scruple-apothecary (s.ap) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 oz | 7.71618 s.ap |
| 0.2 oz | 15.43236 s.ap |
| 0.3 oz | 23.14854 s.ap |
| 0.4 oz | 30.86472 s.ap |
| 0.5 oz | 38.5809 s.ap |
| 0.6 oz | 46.29708 s.ap |
| 0.7 oz | 54.01326 s.ap |
| 0.8 oz | 61.72944 s.ap |
| 0.9 oz | 69.44562 s.ap |
| 1 oz | 77.1618 s.ap |
1 oz = 77.16 s.ap
1 s.ap = 0.01296 oz
Example 1:
Convert 2 oz to s.ap:
2 oz = 2 × 77.16 s.ap = 154.32 s.ap
Example 2:
Convert 0.5 oz to s.ap:
0.5 oz = 0.5 × 77.16 s.ap = 38.58 s.ap
The Ounce to Scruple-apothecary Converter has its roots in the historical apothecaries' system of weights. Initially used for medical and pharmaceutical purposes, it allowed for precise measurements of ingredients. Over time, the conversion from ounces to scruples has been standardized to facilitate accurate and consistent practices in various fields.
Exploring the practical uses of the oz to s.ap conversion can reveal its significance in diverse fields.
Example 1: To convert 3 ounces to scruples, multiply by 77.16: 3 oz = 3 × 77.16 s.ap = 231.48 s.ap.
Example 2: To convert 1.5 ounces to scruples, multiply by 77.16: 1.5 oz = 1.5 × 77.16 s.ap = 115.74 s.ap.
